Dog breeds: Belgian Shepherd Dog Grunendal

Varieties of the Belgian Shepherd differ in color, length and texture of the wool. Shepherd Grünandal is a semi-longhaired variety of the Belgian Shepherd with a uniformly pure black color (however, it is allowed a little white wool onfingers of hind legs and white "tie"). The wool should have a good structure, be dense and thick. Curly, stiff, thin wool is considered a disadvantage. The undercoat should also be thick.

Like all other varieties of the Belgian Shepherd, Grunandal differs in proportional and harmonious physique. This is a strong, athletic, mobile dog with a well developed musculature. The height at the withers is 60-66 cm for males and 56-62 cm for females. Weight - 25-30 kg (male) and 20-25 kg (bitches).

Grünendahl is a very intelligent, active and faithful dog, which is sincerely attached to the owner, butwhile not intrusive in the manifestations of his affection. It should be noted that dogs of this breed need to pay a lot of attention, they need communication and training. However, if you have a lot of time and energy, the shepherd grunendal will become a wonderful friend.

Shepherd Grunendal differs affectionate and friendly temperament, she is strongly attached to the owner and his membersfamilies. She has to spend time with her family every day: long periods of loneliness are bad for her character. Grünendal gets on well with children, but for this it is necessary to teach him to communicate with them from an early age, and it is important for children to warn that they do not provoke a dog.

In relation to strangers gryunendal usually behaves quite cautiously. Dogs of this breed can also be aggressive towards other dogs and pets. They are inclined to defend the boundaries of their territory, are always ready to protect their master and his family members.

It is very important to provide the shepherd grunendal with sufficient level of physical activity. Every day you need to give at least two hours of walking and training. Walking alone in the fresh air of a dognot enough, it also needs exercises that not only help maintain physical fitness, but also stimulate the mental activity of your pet. These dogs are very fond of playing and performing tasks set by the host.

Grünendal is not hard to train, butit is worth remembering that this breed of dogs does not accept rigid methods of upbringing: one must be patient, correct, but also moderately strict so as not to let the dog "sit down on your neck". Training should begin at the earliest possible age, as these dogs are of an independent character.

The long and thick coat of the shepherd dog Grunendal needs comb out several times a week with a special brush. During moulting (which happens once or twicein a year) to comb out a dog it is necessary daily to help it to get rid of the fallen out wool. To bathe a sheep-dog grunendal follows only in case of emergency.

Grünendal may well live in a city apartment, but best of all he will feel in a country house: after all, it's a shepherd dog, accustomed to lifein the open air. However, do not settle your pet in the booth: he feels uncomfortable away from the owner, so the dog should be able to get into the house at any time and communicate with family members.

Grünendahl is a good friend, the ideal protector of the family and caretaker. However, to start a dog of this breed is only if you are willing to give enough time to communicate with the dog and drive it for long walks.